For engineering aspirants participating in the JoSAA 2026 counselling, understanding placement outcomes is crucial. The latest data from the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) reveals the top engineering colleges based on median salary packages. Leading the list is IIIT Hyderabad, boasting a remarkable median salary of ₹34.4 lakh per annum, thanks to its strong emphasis on computer science and AI. Following closely is IIIT Allahabad with ₹26 lakh, recognized for its robust IT programs. ABV-IIITM Gwalior ranks third with a median package of ₹24.7 lakh. Prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) also feature prominently, with IIT Kanpur at ₹21.7 lakh, IIT Kharagpur at ₹20.74 lakh, and IIT Bombay at ₹20.21 lakh. IIT Delhi and BITS Pilani both report median salaries of ₹20 lakh, while IIT Hyderabad and NIT Rourkela round out the list with ₹19.15 lakh and ₹18.38 lakh, respectively. These figures provide a clear insight into the lucrative prospects awaiting graduates from these top-tier institutions.